Cynthia Stith
Any suggestions on how I can add an exterior camera?
Hello!I am reaching out to see if anyone has suggestions/insights on how I can add an exterior camera to remotely view my out of state rental property. I'm not looking to do anything that would show the interior or v...
Christopher Oliva
Are you putting a smart lock on all exterior doors?
Hi everyone, for those of you who use smart locks I'm curious if you're putting a smart lock on all exterior doors or just the front door? My STR has 3 doors leading to the exterior of the house (front door, back door...
Polina Kin
Cracks in exterior brick walls...Should I buy or run?
I am looking at buying a single family house on a slope. The property looks good except the inspector noticed some cracks in the exterior brick. The cracks look like they have previously been filled. I am just wonde...
Darren Chang
Double-Hung Window Replacement for a 6th Floor Apt in Queens NY
Hi, just got a quote from WindowRama on replacing 7 double-hung windows in Queens, NY. It is for a 6th floor apartment in a pre-war building. I requested a few quotes online, but most contractors who called told me th...
Vijaianand Thirunageswaram
Property Owners, How much do you know about Texas property Code?
I know there are lot of property owners in our forum. How many of you really know about Texas Property code which pertains to the Rentals?Please don't go google immediately and post the answers. Try it out without s...
Mike M.
Most durable paint for high moisture bathroom/steam room?
Hi all,What do you recommend as the most durable type of paint for a high moisture room such as a steam shower and or sauna? I was looking and saw a couple of recommendations. Benjamin Moore has an Aura paint, and the...
Leland S.
Insulation between floors using trusses
I have a 3 floor townhome with trusses and a flat roof. I hired an insulation guy for flash/batt and noticed he didn't insulate between floors. When asked he and my GC said it's not required. I believe I am supposed t...
Darren Chang
Double-Hung Window Price?
Hi, just got quotes on replacing 7 double-hung windows in Queens, NY. Not sure if the price is reasonable. Would really appreciate any advice.The quote is from WindowRama for total (7) windows, among which(5) windows:...
Simond Wong
Appraisal Approach Help, needed for investment
Hi All, Going through a cash out refinance for my primary property so I can use it for investment, I'd like to understand the pros and cons of the different appraisal approaches and how it can impact the appraisal of ...
Dan Buchta
Texas Property Code Question
Hello Texas Investors,
I am in the process of converting my primary residence to a rental and I have been advised by multiple sources about the security devices requirement in Texas' property code: Sec 92.153 in this...